Lancer

All recall notices.

1. THE AIR BAG INFLATOR MIGHT HAVE A DIFFERENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT PERFORMANCE THAN DESIGNED PROVIDING LESS PROTECTION

   R/2021/240 · 25 Jul 2021

   25 Jul 2021

   Defect

   The airbag inflator might have a different airbag deployment performance than designed providing less protection.

   Remedy

   The driver side frontal airbag will be replaced with an alternate inflator.

   Build window

   Built 1 Jan 1996 – 31 Dec 2000

   ~19,699 vehicles affected

2. AIRBAG MAY RELEASE SHRAPNEL IF DEPLOYED

   R/2015/199 · 19 Nov 2015

   19 Nov 2015

   Defect

   Certain passenger side airbags the inflator might release shrapnel from the inflator container during deployment which could injure the passenger.

   Remedy

   On affected vehicles replace air bag modules

   Build window

   Built 11 Jun 2003 – 25 Dec 2008

   ~12,830 vehicles affected

3. ECU MALFUNCTION MAY CAUSE SYSTEMS TO BECOME INOPERABLE

   R/2015/157 · 28 Sep 2015

   28 Sep 2015

   Defect

   During operation the headlights and or the windscreen wipers amongst other systems may become inoperable as a result a none conformity in the Electronic Time & Alarm System (ETACS) ECU.

   Remedy

   Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the production date of the ETACS ECU. The ETACS ECU will be replaced if it is within the affected production dates.

   Build window

   Built 1 Oct 2008 – 7 Sep 2010

   ~3,076 vehicles affected

4. LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE

   R/2014/124 · 28 Nov 2014

   28 Nov 2014

   Defect

   Due to the use of inappropriate material for the drive belt on the 4B1 Petrol engine the nylon idler pulley(s) may wear at an angle. If this continues under this condition the drive belt will be forced off the pulleys. This can lead to battery depletion Overheating and on vehicles with hydraulic power steering the steering effort will increase.

   Remedy

   Replace drive belt. Check and if necessary replace idler pulley(s)

   Build window

   Built 1 Aug 2008 – 24 Mar 2009

   ~3,885 vehicles affected

5. LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE

   R/2014/124 · 28 Nov 2014

   28 Nov 2014

   Defect

   Due to the use of inappropriate material for the drive belt on the 4B1 Petrol engine the nylon idler pulley(s) may wear at an angle. If this continues under this condition the drive belt will be forced off the pulleys. This can lead to battery depletion Overheating and on vehicles with hydraulic power steering the steering effort will increase.

   Remedy

   Replace drive belt. Check and if necessary replace idler pulley(s)

   Build window

   Built 23 Dec 2008 – 20 Jan 2009

   ~3,885 vehicles affected

6. LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE

   R/2014/124 · 28 Nov 2014

   28 Nov 2014

   Defect

   Due to the use of inappropriate material for the drive belt on the 4B1 Petrol engine the nylon idler pulley(s) may wear at an angle. If this continues under this condition the drive belt will be forced off the pulleys. This can lead to battery depletion Overheating and on vehicles with hydraulic power steering the steering effort will increase.

   Remedy

   Replace drive belt. Check and if necessary replace idler pulley(s)

   Build window

   Built 3 Dec 2007 – 26 Feb 2009

   ~3,885 vehicles affected

7. CLUTCH MAY FAIL

   R/2010/080 · 18 Aug 2010

   18 Aug 2010

   Defect

   The fixing clip for the clutch master cylinder pipe has insufficient clamping force to retain the pipe on the cylinder. This can result in detachment of the pipe and subsequent loss of clutch operation.

   Remedy

   Recall affected vehicles and replace fixing clip with modified stronger version.

   Build window

   Affected build dates not specified

   ~9,903 vehicles affected

8. FUEL MAY LEAK

   R/2009/094 · 29 Dec 2009

   29 Dec 2009

   Defect

   Fuel may leak from the low pressure fuel return pipe as a result of vibration causing the pipe to crack.

   Remedy

   Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the fuel return pipe for one of a modified type.

   Build window

   Affected build dates not specified

   ~1,384 vehicles affected

9. LACK OF BRAKE SERVO ASSISTANCE

   R/2009/038 · 15 Jul 2009

   15 Jul 2009

   Defect

   It has been identified that after the vehicle has been stationary for some length of time increased pressure may need to be applied to the footbrake pedal to bring the vehicle to a stop. This is due to insufficient vacuum assistance within the brake booster due to a failure of the check valve. It should be noted that on the second application of the footbrake the check valve will operate as designed and the brakes will operate as normal.

   Remedy

   Recalled vehicles will have the brake booster check valve replaced.

   Build window

   Built 1 Jan 2008 – 8 Apr 2009

   ~818 vehicles affected

10. OIL MAY LEAK

    R/2006/194 · 14 Mar 2007

    14 Mar 2007

    Defect

    The Oil Cooler hose may fracture causing an oil leak

    Remedy

    Recall affected vehicles and check gap between towing hook and oil cooler hose. If less than 15mm install modified pipe. If more than 15mm check pipe for damage and if necessary replace.

    Build window

    Affected build dates not specified

    ~3 vehicles affected

11. INABILITY TO CHANGE GEAR

    R/2003/119 · 31 Oct 2003

    31 Oct 2003

    Defect

    Due to insecure fitment of the pin in the gear shift control set there is a possibility that the pin could could fall out making it impossible to change gear.

    Remedy

    Check the tightness of the gear shift pin if loose fit a new gear shift set. If the pin is tight a secondary locking arrangement will be fitted as a precaution.

    Build window

    Affected build dates not specified

    ~575 vehicles affected

12. ACTIVE YAW CONTROL ECU CONCERN

    R/2000/127 · 27 Jul 2001

    27 Jul 2001

    Defect

    The Active Yaw Control ECU may be incorrectly programmed which may cause the clutches in the torque transfer differential to remain disengaged when the engine starts. This could result in damage to the rear axle differential.

    Remedy

    Recall potentially affected vehicles and replace the Electronic Control Unit (ECU).

    Build window

    Built 20 Dec 1996 – 17 Jul 1998

    ~196 vehicles affected